This book provides beginning collectors with friendly one-on-one advice on how to begin a collection and how to recognize good quality costume jewelry. Background information for almost 130 different manufacturers, including the author's recommendations on which pieces from each designer are the most collectible, are provided. Over 750 color photographs of costume jewelry that is within the means of most collectors are featured. There are also tips on how to upgrade a collection by selling to dealers, selling on eBay, and trading with friends; tips on how to catalog a collection using a spread sheet or a notebook; and tips on repairing, storing, and cleaning jewelry. A glossary of jewelry terms and an index of patent and design numbers round out the book. 2004 values. REVIEW: This book is a companion to the Standard Encyclopedia of Carnival Glass, 9th Edition, but can also stand alone as a handy reference guide to take along on your glass searches. Thousands of patterns, from Absentee Dragon to Zip Zip, are included, with all available colors and values listed.
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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful
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Love the book! I found it to be an excellent resource with over 750 colored crisp photographs and 130 manufacturers/designers featured. It is filled with detailed background information on the manufacturers and recommendations on pieces that are most collectible. It covers designers like Weiss, Trifari, Coro and Kramer but then goes into top designers like Schreiner, Schiaparelli, Hobe', Haskell and the list goes on! I carry the book with me everywhere! The information in this book has assisted me in picking up gorgeous pieces to add to my collection. It is a must have book! Deborah Reece
30 of 31 people found the following review helpful
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I love this book! Finally a good jewelry book in FULL color. I have bought a lot of jewelry books and been disappointed by good information but black & white pictures. Finally a very informative book that is also filled with tons of beautiful color pictures. It is full of all the things that you need to be a knowledgeable collector or seller. Just great - I highly recommend it for everyone!
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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The best book out there for novice and seasoned collectors alike. Completely packed with INFORMATION and PERFECT color pictures. EVERY maker is given a section with information on: Dates of operation, Brief history, Marks, Signature looks & styles and Recommendations for buying.
Chapters include: 1) When to Buy & When to Walk Away, 2) Four Recommended Designers for Beginners, 3) Designer-Signed Jewelry, 4) Marked by Style Jewelry, 5) Upgrading Your Colletions, 6) Repairing & Cleaning, Plus Glossary and Design Patent Numbers and U.S. Patent Numbers.
All that and the most AMAZINGLY CLEAR & UP CLOSE photos, too!
I still cannot get over what a wonderful book this is and I surely hope Julia C. Carrol is working on her second book.
Chapters include: 1) When to Buy & When to Walk Away, 2) Four Recommended Designers for Beginners, 3) Designer-Signed Jewelry, 4) Marked by Style Jewelry, 5) Upgrading Your Colletions, 6) Repairing & Cleaning, Plus Glossary and Design Patent Numbers and U.S. Patent Numbers.
All that and the most AMAZINGLY CLEAR & UP CLOSE photos, too!
I still cannot get over what a wonderful book this is and I surely hope Julia C. Carrol is working on her second book.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Fantastic Book
This is the best jewelry book for the beginner to learn all about costume jewelry. Very easy to read and learn. The pictures are visually stimulating and clear.
Published 8 months ago by Melanie
All you need to know about collecting costume jewelry.
This is the best reference book I have ever purchased and is the book I use all the time to identify my jewelry purchases. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Urtie
Fantastic reference book!
This is the first of her books on collecting costume jewelry and it is very informative. Pictures are great along with good descriptions. Read more
Published on January 5, 2010 by S. Fogeltanz
Collecting Costume Jewelry 101
This book is great. I'm a novice with jewelry and this book gave me a lot of information plus a lot of pictures with prices and great explanations of each. Read more
Published on November 14, 2009 by Gloria Kinville
Amazing Book!
This book is amazing! It is better than I thought it would be. For someone who is just getting into collecting vintage jewelry, this book has taught me so much. Read more
Published on December 1, 2008 by R. Lovell
Absolute Beginners
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This book lives up to its name and is a great gift for someone you may know who is just getting hooked on buying vintage costume jewelry. Read more
This book lives up to its name and is a great gift for someone you may know who is just getting hooked on buying vintage costume jewelry. Read more
Published on May 23, 2007 by Manon Kavesky
Wonderful Vintage Costume Jewelry beginner guide
I actually bought her 2nd book (202) before buying this one (101) and while I treasure my 202 guide much more than this first one (because I'm not a beginner) - I think it is a... Read more
Published on April 2, 2007 by JMM
JUST LOVE THIS BOOK
Found this book to be very helpful at my jewelry shows. Has lots of pictures and information on vintage jewelry and numerous designers. Read more
Published on March 31, 2007 by C. A. Hilker
My Costume jewelry reference book
This book along with the "202" book by the same author are "must have"s for costume jewelry collectors, buyers and sellers. I can't rate them highly enough.
Published on March 15, 2007 by J. C. Smith
Great overview of costume jewelry
I learned many of the basics overtime and searching the internet. It is great to have so much information in one book. Read more
Published on February 24, 2007 by D. Besemer
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With the popularity of online auctions such as eBay, anyone with money can acquire a first-rate collection of costume jewelry. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
clip earrings measure, rhinestone flower pin, figural pins, navette rhinestones, unfoiled rhinestones, average size neck, clear rhinestone necklace, navette stones, pastel rhinestones, baguette rhinestones, blue aurora borealis rhinestones, clear rhinestones, rhodium finish, unmarked necklace, pendant measures, matching clip earrings, unmarked jewelry, colorful rhinestones, costume jewelry designs, starfish pin, aurora borealis stones, sterling jewelry, faceted rhinestones, brooch measures, clover pin Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Debi Reece, New York, Sarah Coventry, David Mayer, Hattie Carnegie, World War, Miriam Haskell, Rhode Island, Christian Dior, United States, Leo Glass, Western Germany, Buyers Guide, Coro Duette, Sadie Green, Alice Caviness, Les Bernard, Wendy Gell, Eisenberg Ice, Judy Lee, Kenneth Lane, Marcel Boucher, Weiss Christmas, Adele Simpson, Coro Pegasus New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
With the popularity of online auctions such as eBay, anyone with money can acquire a first-rate collection of costume jewelry. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
clip earrings measure, rhinestone flower pin, figural pins, navette rhinestones, unfoiled rhinestones, average size neck, clear rhinestone necklace, navette stones, pastel rhinestones, baguette rhinestones, blue aurora borealis rhinestones, clear rhinestones, rhodium finish, unmarked necklace, pendant measures, matching clip earrings, unmarked jewelry, colorful rhinestones, costume jewelry designs, starfish pin, aurora borealis stones, sterling jewelry, faceted rhinestones, brooch measures, clover pin Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Debi Reece, New York, Sarah Coventry, David Mayer, Hattie Carnegie, World War, Miriam Haskell, Rhode Island, Christian Dior, United States, Leo Glass, Western Germany, Buyers Guide, Coro Duette, Sadie Green, Alice Caviness, Les Bernard, Wendy Gell, Eisenberg Ice, Judy Lee, Kenneth Lane, Marcel Boucher, Weiss Christmas, Adele Simpson, Coro Pegasus New!
Books on Related Topics | Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Christian Dior by Richard Martin on 5 pages
- Christmas Jewelry, Second Edition by Mary Morrison on page 236, page 237, and Back Matter
- Costume Jewelry: Identification and Price Guide (Confident Collector) by Harrice Simons Miller in Back Matter
- Christmas Tree by DK Publishing in Back Matter
- Thank You (What Does It Mean) by Colleen L. Reece in Front Matter
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